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ABOUT
Heavy-hitting Australian drummer Jackie Barnes, son of Australian Rock Legend Jimmy Barnes was born into the music industry. On the road with his father since birth, it seems he was always destined to be a musician. His reputation has been forged and his highly regarded as a drummer of amazing feel and endurance and has recorded on over 100 international releases. His touring commitments have seen him play to crowds in Europe, Asia, USA, Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
Jackies is proud to Endorse the following companies:
Paiste Cymbals Promark Drumsticks Evans Drumheads
Puresound Percussion Meinl Percussion Swan Drums
Jackie has worked with some of the music industry’s biggest
names including the following
Jonathon Cain
Neal Schon
Glenn Hughes
Keith Urban
Marco Mendoza
Richard Fortus
Dizzy Reed
Jon Stevens
John Corabi
Jimmy Barnes
Cold Chisel
Rose Tattoo
Joe Bonamassa
Suze DeMarchi
Diesel
Steve Morse
Richard Marx
The Wiggles
Tina Arena
The Ten Tenors
Don Gehman
Russell Morris
Steve Van Zandt
Reece Mastin
Lachy Doley
Heaven & Earth
The Dead Daisies
MUSIC
VIDEO
PHOTOS
CHANCE CAROUSEL
Jackie’s foray into releasing his own music started with a collaboration with Alys Ffion which snowballed and resulted in a concept album under the name CHANCE CAROUSEL being released. Jackie played percussion on all the tracks which featured his incredible piano playing skills. It was also Jackie’s debut on main vocals.
The self titled Chance Carousel EP was produced by Mark 'Diesel' Lizotte.
Chance Carousel is available on Itunes, Apple Music and Spotify.
HIRE
SESSION, REMOTE & LIVE HIRE
If you require a professional drummer who can play any style at the highest level of performance then look no further than Jackie. A short list of who he has played with and recorded with is above. Jackie is well versed across all styles of music due to his expansive experience via touring and studio work but also from his years at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. Known for his intuitive rhythmic talents and ability to immediately find the perfect feel for a tracks percussion you can be assured that your project is in the best hands. Styles that Jackie is proficient in, but not limited to are...
Alternative Country Blues Hip Hop Indy Jazz Latin Pop
R&B Soul Reggae Rock Soundtrack World
STUDIO
Jackie can track live with a band or record solo to a pre-recorded track.
REMOTE
With open access to a world class studio and a permanently setup kit, Jackie can create and record drums and percussion as per your needs. Each track is recorded by a professional engineer. Jackie has multiple kits and endless configurations so that sound that you want is absolutely obtainable!
LIVE
If you need a professional drummer for a tour or just a one off gig you can enlist the skills of one of Australia's most experienced drummers (subject to availability). Jackie’s range of touring kits will guarantee that you get the sound you want paired with the skills of a seasoned travel ready drummer.
KITS
Jackie owns an extensive range of kits that extends into a large choice of percussion equipment and expansive configurations. Jackie can design the soundscape you are wanting for your shows or records.
RATES
Rates are calculated based on the scope and scale of the project that you propose. Please put forward as much information as possible and in the event you have a budget include this in your information as this means we have less back and forth on email etc.
CONTACT
For all enquires please use the contact form. Thankyou!
CONTACT
For all professional enquiries please use this form to reach Jackie.
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